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State Fire Academy to purchase breathing devices with $400K grant

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-08-15 09:20:01

SUMMARY: The Mississippi State Fire Academy (MSFA) has received a $438,950 grant from FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters program to acquire 51 new self-contained breathing apparatus units (SCBAs). This funding will enhance training for aspiring firefighters, ensuring they are equipped with modern tools. MSFA Executive Director Kelly Elliott expressed gratitude for the support from the congressional delegation, highlighting the grant’s significance for future firefighters in Mississippi. State Fire Marshal Mike Chaney noted the importance of updating equipment to benefit both the Academy and firefighters statewide. SCBAs are crucial in environments with unsafe air conditions.

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William Carey’s Halford passes Polk to become winningest baseball coach in Mississippi history

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2025-05-01 20:23:00

SUMMARY: William Carey baseball coach Bobby Halford achieved his 1,374th career win, becoming the winningest collegiate baseball coach in Mississippi, surpassing Ron Polk’s 1,373 wins. Halford’s Crusaders defeated Blue Mountain Christian 8-4 in the 2025 Southern States Athletic Conference, continuing his successful 40-year tenure since 1987. Halford boasts a 1,374-811 record, 19 conference championships, 16 NAIA national tournament appearances, 13 coach of the year awards, and has produced 45 professional players. Recognized nationally, he won a coach of the year award in 2021. Polk praised Halford’s achievement, wishing him continued success. Halford’s team is advancing in the SSAC tournament and preparing for the national tournament.

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Gov. Reeves launches ‘Mississippi’s Power Play’ aimed at becoming national leader in energy

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-05-01 17:22:00

SUMMARY: Gov. Tate Reeves of Mississippi launched “Mississippi’s Power Play” to make the state a leader in American energy by partnering with public and private sectors. The initiative focuses on expanding nuclear, solar, wind, and natural gas energy to support economic growth. Reeves highlighted the connection between energy availability and economic development, citing major energy-intensive investments like Amazon Web Services. At an energy summit, officials discussed improving the power grid, regulatory reforms, innovation, and diversification of energy sources to attract private investments and create jobs. Mississippi aims to leverage energy projects to sustain its economic momentum and create high-paying jobs.

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Kuykendall announced as Millsaps head men’s basketball coach

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-05-01 14:54:00

SUMMARY: Millsaps College has appointed Connor Kuykendall as the new head coach for its men’s basketball program following Michael Prather’s resignation. Kuykendall previously coached at Southwestern University and Schreiner University, where he earned accolades like SCAC Coach of the Year in 2017 and 2018. At Southwestern, he coached 15 all-conference players and led the team to three SCAC tournament appearances. Kuykendall also contributed to fundraising efforts and maintained strong academic performance with a team GPA above 3.25. His coaching career includes assistant roles at North Dakota State and Angelo State. Millsaps finished 5-21 last season.

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